Kenny Rogers and Neal E. Boyd in Sikeston

Sherry Rust, Reagan Payne, Michelle Felter

Thursday, June 25, 2009

A collection of pictures from the Kenny Rogers and Neal Boyd fundraiser reception and concert Wednesday in Sikeston, Mo.

Neal Boyd addresses the crowd at a private reception in Sikeston while Gov. Jay Nixon and Kenny Rogers look on. (Sherry Rust)
Kenny Rogers addresses the crowd at a private pre-concert reception while Gov. Jay Nixon watches. (Sherry Rust)
A Kenny Rogers Children's Center patient identified as Jackie was called to the podium by Rogers to emphasize the work done at the center. (Sherry Rust)
Tom Nunnelee, event organizer, talks about the importance of Wednesday's fundraiser events.

Neal E. Boyd singing at the concert in the Sikeston Field House. (Michelle Felter/Standard Democrat)
Southeast Missouri State University President Dr. Ken Dobbins backstage with Neal E. Boyd following the concert. (Reagan Payne)
Southeast Missourian online products manager Matt Sanders with Neal E. Boyd backstage after the concert. (Reagan Payne)
Gary Rust meets Neal E. Boyd backstage after the Wednesday night concert. (Reagan Payne)